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Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a green couch, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a lamp with a cork base, and a ceiling fan.
Room
A cabin with a wooden deck, a red roof, and a view of a forested area.
A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a shower curtain, and a towel rack with towels.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Playground on site
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Northport, AL
  • Place, Northwood Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuscaloosa River Walk
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA

Escape to this charming two-bedroom cottage just 10 minutes from the University of Alabama. Self-check in to and enjoy an open-concept living space, fully equipped kitchen, and a private bathroom with a classic claw-foot tub. Fresh linens await in two private bedrooms with one queen and one full bed, reliable Wi-Fi, and convenient shared parking near the main house. Surrounded by nature, close to town, clean and a washer/dryer for your use. Please no animals or smoking.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please set the thermostats to 74 in the summer or 66 in the winter, when leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Maximum of 28 days per stay.
No parties or guests staying overnight that are not on the guests list.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4585080vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Northport

Located in Northport, this holiday home is in a rural area. Hidden Meadows Golf Course and Children's Hands-On Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Sherwood and Northwood Lake Park. Van de Graaff Arboretum & Historic Bridge Park and R&R Cigars are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Map
Northport, AL

What's nearby

  • Northwood Lake - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Lake Tuscaloosa - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • University of Alabama - 15 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake’s Juke Joint - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage on 13 wooded acres – 10 min to UA located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Sherwood, Northwood Lake Park and Kentuck Museum. Northwood Lake and Jeannine Holden Walking Trail Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kayse S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cute lil cottage close to everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. Very soft mattresses. Would stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, cozy and affordable stay. The host was very kind and easy to communicate with
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place. A great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for us! Host was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described. I'll stay here again the next time I'm in the Tuscaloosa area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This quaint little retreat is perfect for a weekend getaway when visiting Tuscaloosa. The host was AMAZINGLY hospitable and truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. We will definitely rent again whenever we are visiting Tuscaloosa.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FELICIA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and what we expected. We had a little difficulty finding it but all went well once we located the property. It was a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Would stay again. Plenty of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
Thank you!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the stay clean and great place to get away after finishing class for the day
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
some upgrades would be very well received
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
I'm open to this and will message you directly for advice. Thank you for your honesty.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an excellent cabin. Remote enough to make it extremely quiet and close enough to the city to make it worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
So nice. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place. Nice and quiet. Great beds. Exceptionally clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bama Summer

My daughter took 5 classes at UA this summer, one of which was a minimester requiring her to be on campus 5 days a week. This was the perfect quiet, safe spot for her! We’re thankful we found it!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
Thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and just as advertised. Our fsmily had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tobe n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable stay! The only thing I would say is that it has a claw footed tub so if you have issues with your knees it may be a challenge to take a shower. This isn’t a negative but just some helpful info. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Stephen Daniel Grissett

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My wife and I have enjoyed the property for several years and recently opened the cabin up for short-term rentals. We appreciate the privacy and seclusion, as well as the convenience. We both grew up in Alabama and have some-what of an adventurous side so we have discovered lots of areas of interest including the creek, island, and mountain view on the west side of the property.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is tucked just off of highway 43 north and we love the area because of having a country setting while being so close to town.

What makes this property unique

The uniqueness of our property is endless and we discover new things all the time!

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